India's role vital for Ukraine's fair peace efforts

Sweden's Foreign Minister, Maria Malmer Stenergard, spoke about the need for democracies to work together for peace in Ukraine and the Indo-Pacific region. She highlighted Sweden's commitment to a rules-based international order. Stenergard discussed Sweden's growing defense cooperation with India. She emphasized that this partnership is vital, especially in light of security issues posed by China and Russia. In a recent NATO meeting, she expressed support for the alliance after Sweden adjusted its long-standing neutrality to join last year. She also addressed concerns about former President Trump's criticism of NATO. Finally, Stenergard believes India has an important role in promoting peace in the region. Overall, her statements reflect a commitment to collaboration among democratic nations for global stability.